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Member of the Executive Board, Hans-Jürgen Duensing: “Construction site of the future will not operate without digital mortar.”
World premiere: ContiLogger enables optimized route management and perfectly coordinated tyre use
Efficient and safe: remote condition monitoring systems for conveyor belts
Air spring technology with integrated sensor ensures enhanced safety and...

Continental is pleased to announce that ContiTech South Africa has increased its local empowerment ownership in South Africa, through the transformation of its shareholding to a 51% black and 31% black female South African ownership.
As a company we recognise that transformation is not only a moral imperative but a pragmatic growth strategy that aims to realise the country’s...

Continental is pleased to announce that ContiTech South Africa has increased its local empowerment ownership in South Africa, through the transformation of its shareholding to a 51% black and 31% black female South African ownership.

Continental, official partner of the Tour de France from 2018 to 2022, is upgrading its sponsorship to Main Partner of the race in 2019
This year, six teams will be racing on Continental tyres
Continental is to equip the official Tour vehicles with premium car tyres

Hanover, Germany, 18 February 2019 – On July 6, when the Tour de France begins with the Grand Départ in...

On July 6, when the Tour de France begins with the Grand Départ in Brussels, Continental will embark upon its first year as one of the Tour’s five Main Partners – alongside LCL, E.Leclerc, Krys and Skoda.

Races to be staged worldwide
Off-road races designed to boost awareness of challenges of the future
Continental to supply high-technology tyres

Hanover, Germany, 4 February 2019 – Continental is to sponsor the Extreme E off-road electric racing series. With electric SUVs and tyre technology from Continental, the new series takes participants to the most remote corners of...

High level of convenience: Passive Start and Entry (PASE) system and power door control support autonomous opening and closing
Greater safety: Intelligent obstacle detection prevents collisions
Optimal protection: Intelligent door brake system allows for freedom of opening vehicle doors and stops them from slamming shut even when the vehicle is on an incline
CES 2019...

PORT ELIZABETH, South Africa, 14 December 2018 – With the end of the year comes a well-earned break after a long and extremely busy year. Typically, there’s a lot of travelling during this period. In keeping with Continental’s Vision Zero strategy that aims to reduce and eventually eliminate road traffic collisions, injuries and fatalities, we encourage all motorists and their families to play an active role in road safety this Festive Season.

From 2019, General Tire is to supply the tires for all cars in the NASCAR Whelen Euro Series – Race tire is set to meet high expectations of NASCAR Whelen Euro Series teams
Hanover, October 25, 2018. From next year onward, tire brand General Tire will be an Official Partner of the NASCAR Whelen Euro Series and will be supplying the tires for all the teams in the series. As...

Team SA will compete in youth and open categories in Australia from 17 November to 2 December
General Tire assisted with funding for travel costs, supported by high-profile multi-media campaign in print, digital, social media and television

PORT ELIZABETH, South Africa, 8 November 2018 – South Africa’s top lifesavers will be proudly representing the country at the...

South Africa’s top lifesavers will be proudly representing the country at the Lifesaving World Championships in Adelaide, Australia, from 17 November to 2 December 2018, with official backing from General Tire, a brand of Continental.

Capabilities of General Grabber range proven in unforgiving African bushveld
Grabber X3 and Grabber AT3 are the tyres of choice for Kariega Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape
Dependable off-road performance, longevity and puncture resistance in even the harshest conditions

2019 Top Employer certification undertaken by the Top Employers Institute in The Netherlands
Recognises leading employers around the world that provide excellent employee conditions, nurture and develop talent

PORT ELIZABETH, South Africa, 5 October 2018 – Continental Tyre South Africa has been certified...

Continental Tyre South Africa has been certified as a Top Employer for the second consecutive year by the Top Employers Institute in The Netherlands, recognising its commitment to creating a positive working environment for its employees.

Continued expansion for BestDrive network in SA and Sub-Saharan Africa
PORT ELIZABETH, South Africa, 05 July 2018 –ContiTrade Africa, the retail division of Continental Tyre South Africa, is continuing its expansion of the BestDrive dealer network across South Africa and the Sub-Saharan Africa region, and plans to welcome 17 new dealers during 2018.
“Our aggressive network...

ContiTrade Africa, the retail division of Continental Tyre South Africa, is continuing its expansion of the BestDrive dealer network across South Africa and the Sub-Saharan Africa region, and plans to welcome 17 new dealers during 2018

Continental fields 20 teams and 4 individual athletes for 2018 event
Several current title holders and previous winners return once again to compete in Continental colours
380 m sea swim, 18 km cycle, 4.2 km run – starts at 07h50 on Saturday 14 April at Hobie Beach in Port Elizabeth

Continental Tyre South Africa (CTSA) is aiming to continue its winning streak and claim a clean sweep of the trophies at the 2018 Isuzu Corporate Triathlon Challenge, which takes place at Hobie Beach in Port Elizabeth on Saturday 14 April.

Continental ranked as top tyre company in motor vehicle parts category by Fortune magazine
Recognised for excellence in innovation, social responsibility, product and service quality, people management and global competitiveness
Reinforces Continental’s status as one of SA’s leading companies to work for,...

Continental to supply tyres for all official support cars and motorcycles on the Tour from 2018 to 2022
The German tyre manufacturer has a long tradition of developing and producing high-tech bicycle tyres, 2016 and 2017 Tour de France won on Continental tyres
Continental Tyre SA actively involved in cycling in South...

From 2018 Continental will be an official partner of the Tour de France, entrenching the pioneering German tyre manufacturer’s reputation for producing best-in-class tyres for the original equipment and replacement markets, covering everything from cars to trucks, motorcycles and, of course, bicycles

Sales rise by 9 percent to 32.7 billion Euros after nine months; 7 percent growth to sales of 10.7 billion Euros in the third quarter
Adjusted EBIT margin is within target range at 10.6 percent after nine months despite a burden of 400 million Euros from increased costs of raw...

Certification by the Top Employer Institute in The Netherlands reaffirms Continental’s commitment to employees
Recognises leading employers around the world
Development of employees a sustainable business advantage

PORT ELIZABETH, South Africa, 06 November 2017 – Continental Tyre South Africa will become the employer of...

Continental Tyre South Africa will become the employer of choice for many of this year’s matriculants and graduates after being named one of SA’s leading companies to work for by an international research institute

Continental showcases its vision of the cockpit of the future
Changing interfaces and windshield displays: worldwide workshops for visionary ideas
Integrated Interior Platform from Continental can make the vision a reality

Bearing in mind how important charging technology is for electric vehicle users in terms of stress-free everyday operation, Continental is now presenting innovations for this aspect of electric mobility too.

General Tire, a brand of Continental Tyre South Africa (CTSA), is building on its proven performance in the replacement 4x4 tyre segment with an exciting new range of off-road tyres: the all-terrain Grabber AT3 and the extreme-terrain Grabber X3

Electric-powered mobility is becoming increasingly important globally, and in the build-up to the 2017 IAA Frankfurt Motor Show in September, Continental is showcasing examples of new production applications in the field of electrification, while looking ahead to what the near future holds in this respect.

Tyres disperse much less water as tread depth decreases
With less than 3 mm of tread left, tyres should be replaced
In aquaplaning, lift off the accelerator, keep the steering wheel steady, and don’t brake if possible

PORT ELIZABETH, South Africa, 18 August 2017 – With many regions of South Africa currently experiencing...

PORT ELIZABETH, South Africa, 18 July 2017 – Continental Tyre SA has received the highest rating for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives in South Africa within the tyre sector at the PMR...

The recently launched Continental PremiumContact 6 tyre range may be new to the market, but it has already shaken up its segment by dominating the latest series of independent tyre tests conducted in three European countries

Continental Tyre SA recognised as Nelson Mandela Bay Top 50 Company for second year

Continental earns Top Employer and Long-standing Investor awards
Proud local heritage spanning 70 years in Port Elizabeth
One of the industry’s largest employers, almost R1-billion invested in past five years

Continental’s Keegan Cooke takes second consecutive victory in men’s individual race
Two Continental-backed athletes in top three for individual ladies race
Team event dominated by Continental once again, including top 3 positions and most teams entered
John Smit raises R15 000 for Ironman 4 the Kidz...

Successful first year of three-year deal for Continental Tyre SA as joint title sponsor of The Herald Continental Cycle Tour
32nd edition achieved record 3 045 participants, 31% growth over past five years
12% year-on-year growth for the Mountain Bike race

Continental signs collaborative agreement with Caterpillar
Hanover, Germany (February 22, 2017) – Continental and Caterpillar Inc. have signed an agreement to equip Cat Off-Highway-Trucks (model series 770 to 775) with Continental RDT-Master tires in sizes 18.00R33, 21.00R33 and 24.00R35. The agreement also calls for the two companies to collaborate on designing new tires...

KAMAZ-Master racing trucks fitted with Continental tyres as part of new product cooperation
The premium tyres showed high performance and maximum durability on challenging terrain throughout all stages of both races
Continental specialists will make use of gained insights on...

Continental Tyre South Africa (CTSA) is strengthening its business and governance strategies with the appointment of Dr Ven Pillay to the company’s board of directors, serving as a non-executive director and chair of its Social and Ethics Committee.

JJ Dowling takes over as General Manager: Manufacturing
Returns to South Africa after four years as Plant Manager for Continental Tyre in Malaysia
Started his career with Continental Tyre SA as a student in 1996, studying Rubber Technology

Company founded in January 1947 as the General Tire and Rubber Company
Acquired by Continental AG in 1998, renamed Continental Tyre South Africa (Pty) Ltd
One of the country’s leading tyre manufacturers, and the only supplier to all seven local vehicle manufacturers

Wide-ranging sponsorship covering 65 main beaches across South Africa
Supports Watersmart school programme to address water safety and drownings
Includes title sponsorship for Lifesaving SA National Championships

PORT ELIZABETH, South Africa, 20 December 2016 – General Tire, a brand of Continental Tyre South Africa...

General Tire, a brand of Continental Tyre South Africa (CTSA), is making a significant contribution to safety this holiday season and beyond by sponsoring Lifesaving South Africa (LSA) and its wide range of essential support services provided countrywide